+ By Neqoo

Obesity is a condition that is the result of excessive body fat accumulation. It is most often caused by overeating combined with little or no physical activity. It can also be the result of genetics, medications or other disorders.

Obesity is determined by the body mass index, or BMI. BMI is calculated by dividing weight by the number of inches in height squared. This figure is multiplied by 703 to get the percentage of body fat. In most cases a BMI of over 30 percent is considered obese for an average adult. Unfortunately, obesity has become extremely common in the United States, where over 37 percent of adults have this condition. The consequences of this epidemic are very serious for many reasons.

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